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Marie Flanigan
editMarie Flanigan is an American interior designer and architect based in Houston, Texas. She is the founder and principal designer of Marie Flanigan Interiors, an award-winning design firm[1] celebrated for its residential work combining classical architectural training with refined interior styling.
Early Life and Education
editFlanigan was raised in a small town in Texas in a family with strong creative influence, including siblings who pursued music. While her family leaned toward musical arts, she gravitated towards visual design. She earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Texas A&M University. In 2010, she completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA), blending her design background with business strategy to support growth in her firm.[2]
Career
editArchitecture to Interiors
editFlanigan began her professional career working at an architecture firm, later joining one that handled both architectural and interior design projects. There, she discovered a passion for interior design and more direct engagement with clients.[3]
Marie Flanigan Interiors
editIn 2010, Flanigan founded Marie Flanigan Interiors (MFI) in Houston, building a boutique firm focused on residential design projects across the United States. The firm emphasizes seamless integration of architectural and interior elements, with projects characterized by sophisticated color palettes, rich textures, and strategic use of natural light.[4]
Growth and Recognition
editMarie Flanigan Interiors experienced rapid growth, reportedly increasing revenue by approximately 400% over a three-year period and drawing national attention for its design impact and business model. Traditional Home magazine named Flanigan a "2015 Rising Star of Design" in recognition of her skillful integration of architecture and interiors.[5]
Team Size and Operations
editOriginally launched as a small team with Flanigan and approximately four support staff, the firm has since expanded. More recent sources reference a team of twenty[6] creative professionals, emphasizing selective hiring and a high-touch client experience. The team supports full-service design from early architectural planning through project completion and installation.[7]
Publications and Collaborations
editFlanigan is the author of The Beauty of Home: Redefining Traditional Interiors (2020) and The Perfect Room: Timeless Designs for Intentional Living (2024). She partnered with design brands to create licensed collections: a lighting line for Visual Comfort and home goods collection for Annie Selke[8], launched in 2022 featuring rugs, bedding, and accessories reflecting her aesthetic.
Media Appearances
editFlanigan's work has been featured in leading design publications such as Architectural Digest[9], Elle Decor[10], Vogue[11], Domino[12], and Traditional Home. She has also appeared on HGTV's Property Brothers: Brother vs. Brother[13]
Design Philosophy and Style
editWith classical architectural training, Flanigan approaches interiors as an extension of the built environment, focusing on proportion, light, scale, and balance. Her designs aim to transcend trends by prioritizing timelessness, layered textures, and careful attention to natural light and architectural context.[14] In her own Houston Heights residence, she exemplifies a blend of English cottage inspiration and modern Texas sensibility, layering neutrals with rich accent hues and custom-designed details.[15]
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- ^ https://businessofhome.com/articles/how-4-houston-designers-nail-the-budget-conversation-with-clients
- ^ https://hfbusiness.com/hfbnow/ArticleId/22591/designers-annie-selke-and-marie-flanigan-announce-new-partnership
- ^ https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/inside-marie-flanigans-own-english-cottage-with-a-texas-twist
- ^ https://www.elledecor.com/design-decorate/house-interiors/a33995687/marie-flanigan-houston-home/
- ^ https://www.vogue.com.au/vogue-living/interiors/house-tour-a-europeanstyle-home-in-the-heart-of-the-us/image-gallery/e424918110d9c4635e7798c0dfe6e7a4
- ^ https://www.domino.com/content/marie-flanigan-garage-guest-house/
- ^ https://www.houstonchronicle.com/life/home/design/article/Houston-designers-join-new-season-of-HGTV-s-11180692.php
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